Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan 1989
“New York has a new problem.”
What is Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan?
Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Horror, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 28, 1989
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Horror, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Jason hijacks a teen cruise, turning a romantic voyage into a deadly nightmare.”
- Features the iconic Jason Voorhees
- Unique cruise‑ship setting for a slasher
- Directed by Rob Hedden
- Runtime is under two hours, limiting story development
Watch it if you enjoy classic slasher films with Jason Voorhees in an unconventional setting.
The film contains graphic violence and horror themes, making it appropriate for mature audiences only.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on July 28, 1989.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Rob Hedden.
What is the runtime?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Which genre does it belong to?
It is classified as a horror and thriller film.
Who portrays Jason in this installment?
Jason is played by Kane Hodder.
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